Roving Protection Officer Vacancy at Danish Refugee Council (DRC)

Position Title: Roving Protection Officer.

Job Station: Borno State.

INTRODUCTION :-

Roving Protection Officer job opportunity is available at Danish Refugee Council (DRC) for individuals who possess BA./BSc. in relevant field.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :-

  • Under the supervision of the Protection Manager, ensure timely and qualitative implementation of the Protection activities at the field level, in line with DRC and international standards, and donor agreements. Activities include Protection monitoring, Referrals, IPA (Case management), Capacity building, Community Protection intervention, and advocacy efforts
  • Supervise, mentor, and develop teams of Protection assistants in field locations, as well as teams of Protection volunteers (including workplan, capacity building, and technical support)
  • Draft Protection Monitoring, activity reports, and evidence-based advocacy note on a weekly, monthly, and ad hoc basis
  • Represent DRC at local coordination meetings, establish and maintain a good working relationship with key stakeholders in areas of responsibilities (I/N/NGO, local authorities, camp officials, etc.)
  • Establish good working relationships and a high level of communication with the Protection Manager
  • In collaboration with the PIM Officer, report, manage and analyze protection monitoring and protection activity data and key achievement.
  • And any other duties assigned to him/her by the Line Manager.

DESIRED EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATION :-

Essentials:

  • BA./BSc. in relevant field
  • 3 years Work experience in a humanitarian organization
  • 2 years Hands-on experience in the Protection sector
  • Experience with remote management will be considered as an advantage
  • Excellent communication skills (oral and writing), proven capacity to maintain communication from remote locations
  • High reporting skills
  • Strong ability to multi-task and work independently, attention to details, and highly  proactive
  • Preferred: Previous experience with DRC Protection Programming, demonstrated strengths in analytical skills, monitoring and evaluation, and report writing.

Desirables:

  • Strong interpersonal, intercultural and communication skills
  • Excellent oral and written skills
  • Fluency in English and Hausa; fluency in other languages spoken in Borno will be a plus.

Conditions

  • Availability: ASAP

Apply Before :-

19th December, 2019.

REMUNERATION :-

  • Salary and conditions: In accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment;
  • The income will be subject to statutory deductions as per applicable Nigeria laws. The employee is responsible for the tax returns.

DRC as an employer
By working in DRC, you will be joining a global workforce of around 8000 employees in 40 countries. We pride ourselves on our:

  • Professionalism, impact & expertise
  • Humanitarian approach & the work we do
  • Purpose, meaningfulness & own contribution
  • Culture, values & strong leadership
  • Fair compensation & continuous development

INTERESTED?

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Application method:

  • CV and Cover Letter indicating and explaining the suitability to the position applied.
  • Provide contact details (name, position, email address and tel. no.) of 3 professional non-related references, whereas 1 must be for the latest employer. Please do not attach any written recommendations.
  • Applications should be addressed to: “Recruitment Manager”.
  • Only motivated applications that address the stipulated duties and meet the required qualifications, sent together with a CV, will be considered. CV-only applications will not be considered.

Note

  • Applications sent/received after the deadline will not be considered.
  • Only short-listed applicants will be invited for written test and oral interview.
  • For general information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult:

    www.drc.dk

  • The position is for Nigerian National Only.

WHO IS Danish Refugee Council (DRC)?

Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is a Danish international non-governmental organisation, which promotes and supports durable solutions to the problems faced by refugees and internally displaced people all over the world. DRC is present in more than 30 conflict territories around the world assisting displaced people with shelter, food, income-generating activities, and a wide range of other assistance. It is of utmost importance for DRC to work in compliance with the DRC Accountability and Quality Management system and national legislations. Smooth, reliable and effective operational systems are preconditions for DRC to maintain its position as a trustworthy and reliable partner for our donors and an accountable organisation towards our beneficiaries.

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